16 Questions
Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling voluntary movements and translating thoughts to actions?
Cerebellum
What is the primary function of the occipital lobe of the brain?
Vision
Who stated that brain cells regenerate throughout life?
Doug Postels
What are the basic functional units of the nervous system?
Neurons
Which part of the brain accounts for 85% of the brain’s weight?
Cerebrum
What part of the brain connects the spinal cord and brain and controls functions that keep us alive?
Brain stem
What is the term for the creation of pathways for brain cells to communicate?
Synaptogenesis
Which substance destroys the outer lining of nerve cells, making them unable to communicate with each other?
Inhalants
What is the effect of marijuana on memory, learning, and reaction time?
Hinders
Which substance destroys the neurons responsible for producing serotonin, a crucial mood-controlling chemical?
Ecstasy
Who invented the mind mapping technique?
Tony Buzan
Which dominance is associated with quickly getting a feeling for a situation, creativity, and intuition?
Right-brain dominance
What does good mental health help a person do?
Make good decisions and deal with life’s challenges.
What can protect self-esteem and body image from media messages?
Being a critical viewer.
What does body image refer to?
How one views their physical self (attractiveness and likability).
What can significantly influence a person's self-esteem during puberty development?
Media images and other outside influences.
Explore the fascinating details about the major sections of the human brain including the cerebrum and cerebellum, their functions, and the specific roles of the four lobes within the cerebrum.
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